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Easy Cheesy Dorito Taco Casserole


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A quick, satisfying casserole layered with seasoned beef, crunchy Doritos, melty cheese, and zesty toppings—perfect for busy families or game day fun.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 oz taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes & green chiles, drained
  • 15 oz black beans, drained
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 9¼ oz bag Doritos, crushed
  • 3 cups Cheddar-Jack cheese
  • Tomato, cilantro for garnish
  • 1/2 cup salsa

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Brown beef; drain. Add onion & pepper, cook 5 mins.
  3. Add taco seasoning & water; simmer.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, beans, sour cream.
  5. Layer: Doritos, meat, cheese—repeat.
  6. Bake 25 mins. Rest 5 mins. Garnish & serve.

Notes

  • Slightly crush chips for best texture.
  • Rest after baking helps set the casserole.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 790mg
  • Fat: 31g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

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